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5-day forecast / Fort Worth, TX

TodaySunny97° / 78° 2%
FridayMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms99° / 79° 12%
SaturdayMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms99° / 80° 10%
SundayMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms98° / 78° 15%
MondaySunny97° / 78° 9%

Fort Worth Heat Index Climbs to 101 Today as Temperatures Near 98

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Fort Worth faces intense heat today with a high near 98F and heat index values up to 101. Conditions remain hot through tonight and tomorrow, with a slight chance of storms developing late.

Tessa Whitlock

July 2, 20261 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Current Conditions and Heat Index

Fort Worth is experiencing very hot conditions this afternoon. The air temperature stands at 95F, but the heat index makes it feel like 97F. Relative humidity is at 37%, with a dew point of 64F. Winds are blowing from the south southeast at 11 mph, with gusts reaching 17 mph. The sky is mostly clear overhead.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today will be sunny with a high near 98F. The National Weather Service indicates heat index values as high as 101. Winds will shift to the south southeast at 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is 7%. Temperatures will drop to a low near 78F tonight. Conditions will be mostly clear, though temperatures may rise to around 80F overnight. Heat index values could reach 100. Winds will remain light at 5 to 10 mph from the south southeast.

Tomorrow Outlook

Tomorrow will be mostly sunny with a high near 99F. The heat index is expected to climb to 102. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. The chance of precipitation is 12%. Winds will be from the south around 5 mph. Temperatures will fall to a low near 79F. There is also a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Conditions will be mostly clear overnight, with temperatures rising to around 81F. Heat index values may reach 101. Winds will be from the south southeast around 5 mph.

Safety Reminder

With heat index values reaching 102, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors and vulnerable individuals who may be affected by the heat. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight during the hottest parts of the day.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Tessa Whitlock

Tessa Whitlock covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Fort Worth.

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